🚀 Quick Start Guide

Get started in just 4 simple steps:

1

Find Your Video

Go to OK.ru and find the video you want to download. Make sure the video is publicly accessible.

2

Copy the URL

Copy the complete video URL from your browser's address bar. It should look like: https://ok.ru/video/...

3

Paste and Process

Paste the URL into our input field on the homepage and click "Download Video" to process it.

4

Download

Choose your preferred quality and click the download button. The video will be saved to your device.

📋 Detailed Instructions

Step 1: Navigate to OK.ru

Open your web browser and go to ok.ru. Browse or search for the video you want to download.

💡 Tip: Make sure you're logged into OK.ru if the video requires authentication to view.

Step 2: Copy the Video URL

There are several ways to get the video URL:

  • Method 1: Copy the URL directly from your browser's address bar
  • Method 2: Right-click on the video and select "Copy video URL" (if available)
  • Method 3: Use the share button on the video and copy the link
⚠️ Important: Make sure you copy the complete URL, including "https://" at the beginning.

Step 3: Use OKVideoGrab

  1. Open a new tab and go to okvidegrab.com
  2. You'll see a large input field on the homepage
  3. Paste the OK.ru video URL into this field
  4. Click the "Download Video" button
  5. Wait for the processing to complete (usually takes 5-15 seconds)

Step 4: Choose Quality and Download

After processing, you'll see available download options:

  • HD Quality (1080p, 720p): Best quality, larger file size
  • Standard Quality (480p, 360p): Good balance of quality and size
  • Mobile Quality (240p): Smallest file size, suitable for mobile viewing

Click on your preferred quality to start the download.

🖥️ Device-Specific Instructions

💻 Desktop (Windows/Mac/Linux)

  1. Follow the general instructions above
  2. When you click download, your browser will either:
    • Start downloading automatically to your Downloads folder
    • Ask you where to save the file
  3. Wait for the download to complete
  4. Find the video in your Downloads folder or chosen location

📱 Mobile (Android)

  1. Open Chrome or your preferred browser
  2. Follow the general instructions
  3. Tap the download link for your preferred quality
  4. The video will be saved to your Downloads folder
  5. You can find it in your file manager or gallery app

🍎 Mobile (iPhone/iPad)

  1. Use Safari for best compatibility
  2. Follow the general instructions
  3. Tap and hold the download link
  4. Select "Download Linked File" or "Save to Files"
  5. Choose where to save the video (Files app or Photos)

🔧 Advanced Tips and Tricks

Getting the Best Quality

  • Always try the highest quality first - you can always choose lower quality if needed
  • HD quality may not be available for all videos (depends on original upload)
  • If HD doesn't work, try standard quality

Faster Downloads

  • Use a wired internet connection when possible
  • Close other applications that use internet bandwidth
  • Download during off-peak hours for better speeds
  • Choose lower quality for faster downloads

Organizing Downloads

  • Create a dedicated folder for downloaded videos
  • Rename files with descriptive names after downloading
  • Consider the file format when choosing where to store videos

Browser Optimization

  • Keep your browser updated to the latest version
  • Clear cache and cookies if you experience issues
  • Disable ad blockers temporarily if downloads don't work
  • Allow pop-ups for our site if downloads open in new windows

🚨 Troubleshooting Common Issues

Problem: "Invalid URL" Error

Solutions:

  • Double-check that you copied the complete URL
  • Make sure the URL starts with "https://ok.ru/"
  • Try copying the URL again from OK.ru
  • Remove any extra characters or spaces

Problem: "Video Not Found" Error

Solutions:

  • Check if the video is still available on OK.ru
  • Make sure the video is public (not private)
  • Try accessing the video directly on OK.ru first
  • The video may have been deleted by the uploader

Problem: Download Doesn't Start

Solutions:

  • Check your browser's download settings
  • Disable ad blockers temporarily
  • Try right-clicking the download link and selecting "Save link as"
  • Clear your browser cache and try again

Problem: Slow Download Speed

Solutions:

  • Check your internet connection speed
  • Try downloading at a different time
  • Choose a lower quality option
  • Close other applications using internet

Problem: Video Won't Play After Download

Solutions:

  • Make sure the download completed fully
  • Try a different video player (VLC is recommended)
  • Check if the file was corrupted during download
  • Re-download the video

📱 Supported Formats and Quality

Video Formats

We provide videos in the same format as available on OK.ru, typically:

  • MP4: Most common, works on all devices
  • WebM: Web-optimized format
  • Other formats: Depending on original upload

Quality Options

Quality Resolution Best For
Full HD 1080p Large screens, best quality
HD 720p Most devices, good quality
Standard 480p Older devices, smaller files
Low 360p Slow connections
Mobile 240p Very slow connections, smallest files

⚖️ Legal and Ethical Usage

What You Should Download

  • Videos you created yourself
  • Videos with explicit permission from the creator
  • Public domain content
  • Educational content for personal use (check local fair use laws)

What You Should NOT Download

  • Copyrighted content without permission
  • Private or restricted videos
  • Content for commercial redistribution
  • Content that violates terms of service

Best Practices

  • Always respect copyright and intellectual property rights
  • Use downloaded content responsibly
  • Don't redistribute downloaded content without permission
  • Check local laws regarding video downloading

🔒 Privacy and Security

Your Privacy

  • We don't store your video URLs permanently
  • No personal information is required
  • We don't track your download history
  • All connections are secured with SSL

Safe Downloading

  • Only download from trusted sources
  • Scan downloaded files with antivirus software
  • Be cautious of suspicious video links
  • Use our official website only

❓ Still Need Help?

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